Pope Francis, known for his humility and advocacy for the poor and environment, passed away at 88. His papacy, marked by compassion and moral clarity, addressed issues like inequality, migration, and church reform. He consistently promoted tolerance, social justice, and urged action on climate change, leaving behind a legacy of impactful quotes and progressive views.
Related news
Donald Trump's chief of staff, Susie Wiles, appeared visibly shocked in a viral photo. At that time, Trump was speaking about Gaza and how the place has become hell and that Palestinians should leave the 'hell' and settle somewhere else. Later Trump said the US would take over Gaza though the White House clarified that he meant the US would work with regional partners to rebuild Gaza.
Luigi Mangione, heir to a Maryland resort fortune, has been arrested in connection with the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. Apprehended in Pennsylvania, Mangione possessed a "ghost gun," silencer, and a manifesto railing against healthcare industry profits. The investigation into Thompson's December 4th shooting continues.
Tudor Dixon, a conservative commentator and former Republican candidate for Michigan governor, is considering another run for office, potentially targeting the US Senate or governor. Despite her 2022 defeat, Dixon remains active in politics and continues to champion economic growth and conservative governance.
Speculation is rife that Adam Schiff will now be added to the list of Kash Patel's enemies that he appended to his 2023 book, Government Gangsters. Claims that Schiff visited Epstein's island resurfaced after Schiff's strong words against Kash Patel. However, it was earlier debunked that the posts claiming Adam Schiff visited Epstein Island over 70 times were fake, as the court documents released in January 2024 did not have Schiff's name.
Detroit rapper Dajua Blanding is suing Lyft for weight discrimination after a driver refused her service citing her size. The incident, shared on TikTok, has sparked debate over corporate responsibilities towards plus-size customers. Michigan law, the only state protecting weight against discrimination, supports her claim. Lyft has reiterated their stance against discrimination.
A Moscow court sentenced five Ukrainian soldiers on Wednesday to prison terms of up to 17 years for taking part in Kyiv's incursion into Russia's Kursk region, finding them guilty of "terrorism". The court sentenced Oleksandr Vedernikov to 17 years in prison, Oleksiy Pinchuk and Yevgen Khatenko to 16 years and Oleksandr Dzyoma and Denys Popov to 15 years.
An Israeli airstrike hit a residential building in Beirut’s southern suburbs, killing at least three people and injuring seven. The strike targeted a Hezbollah member involved in planning attacks against Israel. Despite a ceasefire, tensions remain high with Israel continuing its strikes, and Hezbollah warning of potential retaliation if the Lebanese government fails to act.
The probability of a "megaquake" in Japan in the next 30 years has marginally increased, a government panel said Thursday, with a 75-82 percent chance of it happening. The Earthquake Research Committee said it has increased its estimate of the probability to between 75 and 82 percent from between 74 and 81 percent previously.
Lauren Sánchez's son, Evan Whitesell, 18, is headed to the University of Miami. He'll be classmates with Kai Trump, Donald Trump Jr.'s daughter. Whitesell, who has dyslexia, is the stepson-to-be of Jeff Bezos. Sánchez expressed pride in her son's accomplishment.
Swedish police have made 50 arrests amid a surge in violence, including over 30 bombings since the start of the year. The violence, often linked to gang rivalries and extortion, has escalated, with young teens being used as contract killers. Despite arrests, the violence persists, and authorities are struggling to contain it. Justice minister Gunnar Strommer called an emergency meeting, while prime minister Ulf Kristersson labeled the violence "domestic terrorism."